Denunciation of work similar to slavery in the wine sector, in Serra Gaúcha, takes the
Public authorities to intervene and encourage labor compliance.
On 05/24/2023, a protocol of intentions was signed by the Ministry of Labor and Employment
with worker entities and companies in the sector of the State of Rio Grande do Sul, to
adoption of good labor practices, with the aim of eradicating work similar to labor
葡萄生产公司的奴隶制。这是在 207 名工人被
rescued in conditions similar to slavery in the city of Bento Gonçalves, on 22
今年二月。
The document provides for some procedures that must be observed, such as conditions
healthiness of accommodation, cafeterias, worker protection and transportation.
This reinforces the obligation for companies to implement compliance programs
effective, guaranteeing the rights provided for in labor legislation, both for its employees
as well as outsourced companies and other commercial partners, in order to protect the company
in the involvement of illicit practices by business partners.
As the labor used by companies is often supplied by
different types of contracting, it is certain that the risks arising from the type of contracting
increase, making it necessary to carry out due diligence and continuous monitoring of
third parties in compliance with good corporate governance practices, including the
observance of best social and labor practices to eradicate work analogous to labor
slavery, harassment and other types of violence in the workplace.
The less access to what is done by service providers, in the name and interest
of your company, the greater the chances of being surprised by administrative sanctions and
judicial, not to mention the damage to the reputation of your company's image when an illicit act occurs
caused by the third party may come to light.
That is why careful selection of the service provider, checking their suitability,
It is effective in reducing the risks inherent to outsourcing.因此,尽职调查
third parties before and during the contractual term is a very valuable preventive measure, and should
be incorporated into the company's procedures, regardless of segment or size.
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